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American economy shrinks by 1.6% Americans see disposable income, savings decrease By CASEY HARPER THE CENTER SQUARE SENIOR REPORTER

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“No matter how big or small your goals are, we always say that every workout at Planet Fitness is a win,” said Matthew Curry, general manager of the new location in Goleta.

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Planet Fitness is excited to open its location in Goleta, where its goal is to make fitness attainable for everyone. The 21,300 square-foot gym is at 7127 Hollister Ave. It’s part of The Plaza shopping center. (The gym is now open, but will host its grand opening celebration July 27.) Planet Fitness boasts stateof-the-art cardio machines and strength equipment, a 30-Minute Express Circuit, rowing machines, fully equipped locker rooms with day lockers and showers, HydroMassage loungers, massage chairs, tanning booths, Total Body Enhancement booths and more.

“Our welcoming, Judgement Free Zone is all about affordable, non-intimidating fitness that is attainable for everyone,” Matt Curry, general manager of the Goleta location, told the NewsPress in an email. “Planet Fitness clubs are clean and spacious with a large selection of high-quality cardio, circuit and weight training equipment for all fitness levels,” he said. “We cater to the first-time or occasional gym users versus fitness fanatics or body builders. “No matter how big or small your goals are, we always say that every workout at Planet Fitness is a win. We believe anyone, of any fitness level, should feel accepted and respected when they walk

into a gym,” Mr. Curry said. “Our club also offers a 30-minute Express Circuit, which is great for those who are looking for results but are short on time. The circuit combines 10 strength machines and 10 cardio-step stations.” Shannon Meyers, vice president of marketing at Grand Fitness Partners, a franchise division of Planet Fitness, said the company is excited to expand its presence on the Central Coast and that Goleta is its fifth club in the region. “We’re also thrilled to invite the community to check out our High School Summer Pass program, which welcomes teens 14-19 to work out for free until Aug. 31,” Ms. Meyers said. “We encourage

everyone to take advantage of our limited-time grand opening membership offers as well.” Mr. Curry said Planet Fitness offers low-cost memberships, which start at $10 a month with more than 2,200 locations. “All locations also have a Black Card Spa, where PF Black Card members have the ability to bring a guest every day at no additional charge, access to all locations, and can relax in the massage beds and chairs for $24.99 a month.” Mr. Curry told the News-Press why he decided to dedicate his career to Planet Fitness. “The biggest challenge for people starting their fitness Please see FITNESS on A3

At left, Planet Fitness is located at 7127 Hollister Ave. in Goleta. It’s part of The Plaza shopping center. At right, Henry Calles mans the gym’s front desk.

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(The Center Square) — The U.S. Gross Domestic Product decreased by 1.6% in the first three months of 2022, the latest federal economic data released Wednesday shows. Previously, the Bureau of Economic Analysis said the economy shrank by 1.5% before revising the numbers. “The decrease in real GDP reflected decreases in exports, federal government spending, private inventory investment, and state and local government spending, while imports, which are a subtraction in the calculation of GDP, increased,” the BEA said. “Nonresidential fixed investment, PCE, and residential fixed investment increased…” The BEA also confirmed what other federal data has shown: significant price increases. “The price index for gross domestic purchases increased 8% (revised) in the first quarter, compared with an increase of 7% in the fourth quarter…,” BEA said. “The PCE price index increased 7.1% (revised), compared with an increase of 6.4%. Excluding food and energy prices, the PCE price index increased 5.2% (revised), compared with an increase of 5.0 %.” According to the data, Americans also saw a decrease in their disposable income as well as their savings. “Disposable personal income decreased $58.8 billion (revised), or 1.3%, in the first quarter, in contrast to an increase of $72.4 billion, or 1.6%, in the fourth

quarter,” BEA said. “Real disposable personal income decreased 7.8% (revised), compared with a decrease of 4.5%. Personal saving was $1.02 trillion in the first quarter (revised), compared with $1.45 trillion in the fourth quarter. “The personal saving rate — personal saving as a percentage of disposable personal income — was 5.6% (revised) in the first quarter, compared with 7.9% in the fourth quarter.” This data comes alongside a steady stream of federal inflation data that shows prices have soared in recent months. The federal producer price index rose 10.8% in the previous 12 months, and consumer prices have risen at the fastest pace in four decades. Meanwhile, gas prices hit record highs earlier this month, topping $5 per gallon before dipping down. According to the American Automobile Association the national average price for regular gasoline is $4.87 per gallon, well over the average price of $3.11 at the same time last year. California remains above the national average. On Wednesday, AAA reported the state’s average was $6.30 a gallon. In Santa Barbara County, the average was $6.29. Critics blasted President Joe Biden after the GDP numbers were released. “Real GDP dropped 1.6%, and the Biden Administration is still trying to say that the economy is great,” U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Mich., wrote on Twitter. News-Press Managing Editor Dave Mason contributed to this report.

Goleta City Council votes to send housing analysis to state Council to discuss city manager position today By KATHERINE ZEHNDER NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Goleta City Council voted unanimously 5-0 Tuesday to send its 2023-2031 analysis of housing needs to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for approval. That analysis is called the “Housing Element.” During discussion prior to the council’s vote, Councilman Roger Aceves asked his fellow council members, “When thinking outside the box looking into the future, what can we think about to provide housing in the community?” Councilman Kyle Richards responded by saying the council can address the costs it can control as well governmental restraints and constraints and steps the city could take to facilitate more

housing projects. “That’s probably the best answer I’ve heard,” said Councilman Aceves. “When someone comes to you with a project or an application, we go through a checklist.” Councilman James Kyraico thanked the public and his fellow council members for speaking at the meeting. “Housing has been an issue that has really torn this community apart in a lot of ways.” He said in the “not-toodistant past,” much housing was approved without restrictions to ensure affordability and covenants. Councilman Kyriaco said he likes that the Housing Element is giving the city “an opportunity to ensure affordability.” Please see HOUSING on A3

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New administrators to lead Lompoc schools The Lompoc Unified School District has announced a new team of administrators for the 2022-23 school year. “Our interview panels did a great job identifying the best candidates for these administrative openings,” Deputy Superintendent Bree Valla said in a news release. “The new staff are dedicated, hard-working, and all have demonstrated that they are great listeners who advocate for kids.” Madalyn Anderson, is the new principal at Buena Vista Elementary School, and her dean, Luisa Parkinson, is a longtime LUSD teacher. Victor Velazquez has been promoted from dean to principal at Clarence Ruth Elementary School. Mr. Velazquez previously worked for the Santa Maria-Bonita School District. Lynette Martin, former teacher

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Lompoc fire chief to retire July 20 LOMPOC — Fire Chief Alicia Welch has notified the city of Lompoc of her decision to retire as the fire chief for the city, effective July 20. Battalion Chief Scott Nunez has been appointed to act as fire chief during the transition period. Chief Welch, who has been in the fire service for more than 31 years, expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to serve the city of Lompoc and the fine individuals of the Lompoc City Fire Department. The city thanks Chief Welch for her leadership and is grateful for the many contributions she made to the city and fire department during her tenure as Lompoc fire chief. The city wishes Chief Welch the best in her future endeavors. Chief Welch, who became the fire chief last summer, is the first woman to serve in the role in Lompoc. — Marilyn McMahon

SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Police Department would like to remind motorists to plan ahead and celebrate the Fourth of July weekend safely and responsibly. This weekend through Monday, Santa Barbara police will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. In 2020, nearly 500 people were killed in crashes throughout the country during the Fourth of July weekend. Of those deadly crashes, 41% involved alcohol, according to a news release from Santa Barbara police. “If you plan on drinking this weekend, plan on a safe and sober ride home. Think of your loved ones, friends, and family before thinking about driving after you’ve had a few drinks,” Officer D. Guttierez said. According to AAA Southern California, more than five million Californians will travel over the

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Assembly Bill 587, also known as the Social Media Transparency Bill, passed 9-0 Tuesday in the state Senate Judiciary Committee. The bill requires social media platforms to publicly disclose community safety guidelines and report data around the enforcement of their policies. The bill now advances to the Senate Appropriations Committee, then the full Senate for a vote. “Today’s passage of AB 587 out of the Senate Judiciary Committee is an important step in recognizing that big social media platforms need to take accountability for their hate, disinformation and extremism problem,” Kendall Kosai, director of Policy for the Anti-Defamation League’s Western Division, said Tuesday in a news release. “AB 587 will address this troubling lack of transparency by requiring social media platforms to publicly disclose anonymized, aggregated key data and metrics

Los Padres National Forest officials are reminding Fourth of July visitors that the possession or use of fireworks — including the “safe and sane” variety — is always prohibited in the national forest. This year-round prohibition will be strictly enforced throughout the holiday weekend, according to a news release. A violation of the law could result in a $5,000 fine and/or six months in jail. In addition, anyone causing a wildfire is potentially liable for the full cost of suppressing the fire. Los Padres National Forest asks that all visitors take these precautions. • Under current fire restrictions, campfires are only permitted in developed campgrounds and must always be attended by a responsible person. • Persons with a valid California Campfire Permit can use portable stoves and lanterns using gas, jellied petroleum or pressurized liquid fuel outside of designated Campfire Use Sites. California Campfire Permits are available for free download

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Fourth of July holiday. AAA advises motorists to allow extra time to reach their destination. While some festivities may include alcohol, driving under the influence also includes impairment from prescription drugs, overthe-counter medications and marijuana. Police suggest serving nonalcoholic drinks for designated drivers at barbecues or gatherings to watch firework shows. They also advise letting guests, who have been drinking, stay the night or making arrangements for them to get a ride with a sober driver. If you see someone who appears impaired or driving recklessly, call 9-1-1. — Katherine Zehnder

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and instructional coach with LUSD, will be the new dean at Clarence Ruth. At Los Berros Elementary School, Interim Principal,Megan Evans has been named the permanent principal. She is joined by Jasmine Day-Riley as her dean. Lesley Davis will kick-off 20222023 as the new principal leading La Honda STEAM Academy. At the secondary level, Lompoc Valley Middle School will also have a new dean, Brian Wallace. Erin Williams will be Lompoc High’s new dean, and new Assistant Principal Edward Jones will be joining the Braves team. Finally, at the Education Center, Chantal Martinez, longtime special educator for LUSD, will be the new coordinator for education services. In addition, Clarence Ruth Principal Susan Reilly was selected as the director of information and technology.

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Delta Airlines to allow travelers to change flights at no cost ahead of holiday weekend By RICHIE MALOUF THE CENTER SQUARE

(The Center Square) — Delta Airlines will allow travelers to change flights over the Fourth of July weekend at no cost, saying it expects an increase in traveler numbers not seen since before the pandemic. This week’s announcement comes as Americans continue to face flight cancellations and delays around the country amid ongoing airline industry issues. (So far, there has been little impact on the Santa Barbara Airport.) After receiving $25 billion in federal aid last year, airlines continue to struggle to keep up with increasing traveler numbers as flights continually get canceled and delayed. According to FlightAware,

there already have been roughly 15,000 flight delays and more than 2,000 cancellations by Wednesday afternoon. Airlines such as American Airlines attribute these setbacks to an ongoing pilot shortage. “We have noted that we have 100 regional aircraft on the ground that we want to fly but can’t due to lack of regional pilots,” spokesperson Brian Metham said. “Like many network carriers, American has reduced our regional flying in recent months in response to the regional pilot shortage.” Unlike other airlines, however, Southwest Airlines says they are not experiencing any pilot shortage issue. “Currently, Southwest is not experiencing a shortage of pilots,” said spokesman Chris Perry. “In fact, Southwest

received approximately 3,000 applications for the 120 First Officer positions hired in 2021. We are on track to hire about 1,200 pilots in 2022.” Air Line Pilots Association, a pilot union, claimed there is no pilot shortage and argued that the real reason behind the issues arising in the airline industry is its profit-driven business models. “The United States is producing a record number of pilots, yet some are still trying to claim we need to weaken aviation safety rules to fix a problem that doesn’t exist,” said ALPA president Capt. Joe DePete. “Some airlines are trying to distract from their profit-first business decisions to cut service with the fictitious claim that there is a lack of available pilots.”

Guadalupe announces new Flyer schedule, service GUADALUPE — Starting Friday, the Guadalupe Public Transit Service, known as the Guadalupe Flyer, will be changing its transit service operation. Instead of one bus route, between Santa Maria and Guadalupe and throughout the city of Guadalupe every 75 minutes, the transit service will be split into two routes. The Guadalupe Flyer Express route will run every hour, stopping at the top of the hour at the Santa Maria Transit Center and

the bottom of the hour at the Guadalupe Amtrak station. The Guadalupe Flyer Local route will run every half hour at stops throughout Guadalupe and meet up with the Guadalupe Flyer Express at the Guadalupe Amtrak station at the bottom of the hour. Two stops will be added, one in the Pasadera development and the other at West Main and Montez Court. Free transfers will be available between these two routes. Today is the final day for the on-demand shuttle service.

Along with these changes, the city of Guadalupe has updated many of its bus stop locations, with new bus shelters, lighting and signage, according to a news release. The city said these changes are consistent with Guadalupe’s Short Range Transit Plan, which was developed with public input and finalized in December 2020. Additional information can be found at www.smoothinc.org or by calling 805-922-8476. — Katherine Zehnder

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In other business, the council will meet at 1 p.m. today in a closed session to discuss litigation. The council is also scheduled to discuss the appointment of a new city manager. City Manager Michelle Greene originally planned to retire with today as her last day, but agreed to remain in her position until Sept. 1 while the city works on hiring a new administrator. The open-to-the–public segments of the meeting will air on Goleta Channel 19 and will stream at cityofgoleta.org/ goletameetings. email: kzehnder@newspress.com

LGBTQ+ organizations condemn Dobbs ruling

Organizations in the LGBTQ+ community have condemned the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Among them is Pacific Pride Foundation, based in Santa Barbara County. “Pacific Pride Foundation squarely condemns the United States Supreme Court decision overturning nearly 50 years of protection for abortion rights in this country,” the nonprofit said in a statement. “This decision does not reflect the ideals of our country, and it is out of line with the historical direction of the Court and U.S. Constitutional

law, which has never before reversed itself in favor of removing fundamental rights.” Kristin Flickinger, executive director of Pacific Pride Foundation, said, “This decision is abhorrent on its face, putting at risk the lives and well-being of anyone seeking an abortion, including LGBTQ+ peopl. Make no mistake, abortion rights are LGBTQ+ rights, and today’s (June 24) decision hurts LGBTQ+ people directly.” The June 24 ruling was also condemned by the Lt. Governor’s Transgender Advisory Council. “Fighting for our very lives

has always been a mandate for transgender and non-binary individuals,” the council said in a statement. “In light of the decision by the United States Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, to strike down the constitutional right for pregnant people to have lawful abortions, we will be in the streets, the halls of power, and the boardrooms fighting to restore the right to legal and accessible abortion and continue our fight to keep bans off all our bodies.” — Dave Mason

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Continued from Page A2 that driving above the speed limit is not only illegal but is the leading cause of traffic fatalities. To help slow down motorists, the CHP will deploy extra patrol officers over the holiday weekend as part of a Maximum Enforcement Period. Beginning at 6:01 p.m. Friday through 11:59 p.m. Monday, the CHP will observe the MEP with a special focus on speed enforcement. In addition to speeding violations, officers will be on the lookout for distracted and aggressive drivers, and motorists suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

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July 27 at Planet Fitness Goleta. The event will feature a ribbon cutting with Mayor Paula Perotte, a chance to win prizes, food trucks and a 30-minute circuit workout led by a Planet Fitness trainer. Planet Fitness will also donate $500 to the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County at the event. “The event will be held in the parking lot right in front of the club and indoors,” Mr. Curry said.

“All merchandise will be 20% off on July 27 only, and guests can join for $1 enrollment on either the Classic membership ($10 a month), or the PF Black Card, occurring now through July 31. “We will also have a raffle where members and nonmembers can enter to win a free 1-Year PF Black Card membership.”

“Give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination,” CHP Commissioner Amanda Ray said in a news release. “Speeding not only endangers your life, but the lives of everyone on the roadway. Fill the holiday weekend with celebration and fun activities, not reckless choices that lead to tragedy,.” In 2021 during the Independence Day MEP, 43 people were killed in crashes on California’s roadways, according to the CHP. More than one-third of the vehicle occupants who died within CHP jurisdiction were not wearing a seat belt. Additionally, the CHP made 997 arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs during the 78-hour holiday enforcement effort.

Last year’s stepped-up efforts to enforce speed limits during the Independence Day weekend, July 25, resulted in CHP officers issuing nearly 10,000 citations statewide. “Speed is the No. 1 factor in roadway crashes in California, causing one-third of the traffic related deaths,” Commissioner Ray said. A report issued in May 2022 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows the number of people killed in speed-related crashes is on the rise nationwide. According to the NHTSA data, 11,780 deaths in the U.S. were attributed to speeding last year, a 5% increase over 2020.

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Event blends food, music for kids LEWIS, Edward G. 1939 - 2022

Edward G. Lewis, 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 22, 2022, in Boise, ID after a long bout with several health challenges. Ed was born December 18, 1939, in Santa Barbara, CA to the late Everett and Margaret Lewis. Ed graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1957 where he was active in the Boy Scouts, achieving Eagle Scout, and later serving as a Boy Scout advisor. He served in the Coast Guard reserve from the late 1950s to the 1960s, and he graduated from Los Angeles State in 1963. After graduating from college, Ed joined the Santa Barbara County Probation Department where he excelled in a successful 32-year career, retiring as a Director at the Department in 1995. Upon retirement, Ed moved to beautiful Graeagle, CA, with his wife, Mary, where they enjoyed their retirement until moving to Boise in 2020. Ed was always actively involved in his community, from Boy Scouts, to the Kiwanis Club, to helping establish a youth basketball league, and leading a team to create trails during retirement. Ed enjoyed many hobbies including hiking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. He especially loved taking cruises with his devoted wife. Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend is survived by his wife Mary of Boise, ID; son and daughter-in-law, Don & Laura Lewis of Layton, Utah; son and daughter-in-law, Dan & Peggy Lewis of Walnut Creek, CA; and six grandchildren: Zachary Lewis, Dean Lewis, Amanda Lewis, Samantha Lewis, Baylie Lewis, and Molly Lewis. Graveside services will be held at the Santa Barbara cemetery on Friday, July 8.

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Top, Children play with different varieties of spices during the Free Summer Meal Concert Series Wednesday at the Goleta Valley Community Center in Goleta. The event was presented by the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and No Kid Hungry. In addition to the food at summer concerts, free lunches for the 18-and-younger population are provided 11 a.m. to noon weekdays at the Goleta Valley Community Center, 5679 Hollister Ave. To find other locations serving free lunches, text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304. For more information, visit foodbanksbc. org and nokidhungry.org. Center, DJ Hecktik provides music during the No Kid Hungry Concert event. Above, Foodbank of Santa Barbara County volunteer Joan Galvan bags up pre-packed meals.

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Wind west-northwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 14 seconds. Visibility clear.

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At Lake Cachuma’s maximum level at the point at which water starts spilling over the dam holds 188,030 acre-feet. An acre-foot is 325,851 gallons, equivalent to the amount of water consumed annually by 10 people in an urban environment. Storage 82,425 acre-ft. Elevation 706.18 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 45.9 acre-ft. Inflow 20.3 acre-ft. State inflow 30.6 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -86 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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orking as a crew coach at the Santa Barbara harbor, Brian MacLaren is inspired by the sea lions sunbathing on the docks and the fluidity of the coastal setting. He takes photographs of what he sees and later uses them to create his paintings, which he describes as an interpretive style that uses watercolor with pen and ink. He applies as few strokes as possible. “There is a certain acceptance in painting with watercolors where you work loosely and accept what happens,” said Mr. MacLaren. “It’s OK to go outside the lines.” Mr. MacLaren is also employed as the watercolor instructor at Santa Barbara Art Works, a downtown art gallery and integrated arts education program for artists with disabilities. His experience as a local watercolor artist started from his mentor, Tom Henderson, at the Schott Center’s adult ed classes. “I dropped out of Tom’s watercolor class three times because I didn’t think I was good enough,” said Mr. MacLaren. “It was persistence and wanting to express myself through watercolors that I stuck to it for the past seven years.” On July 7, Mr. MacLaren will be the featured artist for the opening of “The Harbor Show,” a 1st Thursday arts exhibit and reception hosted by Santa Barbara Art Works from 5 to 8 p.m at 28 E. Victoria St. The Santa Barbara gallery is under the family of services of Momentum WORK, Inc., a nonprofit organization and service provider for people with disabilities. Mr. MacLaren will be showcasing 20 new watercolor paintings, all with a Central Coast theme and professionally framed by The Frame-Up in Goleta. Other local artists’ work will be on exhibit, and there will be live acoustic classical guitar by Tessa Ogella. The exhibit will be on display through Aug. 4. “The influence behind ‘The Harbor Show’ is the connection and cultural richness of our community and how I feel when returning from a large city, like Los Angeles, and driving along the coast back to Santa Barbara,” he said. “It feels like home. That’s the same feeling I hope people get when they experience this show.”

Organic baby corn Harvested at a very early stage at just a few inches in length, this corn is a really fun find that is available from the McGrath Family Farm at the Saturday Santa Barbara farmers’ market. With notes of fresh sweet corn flavor throughout, these petite ears are delicious both raw and cooked. This week I prepared a veggie side dish of sautéed baby corn with Chinese eggplant and Italian peppers as the Fix of the Week on page B2. With a nice crunchy texture, you can pick this baby corn up for your Fourth of July spreads. Add it to a raw vegetable planter, grill it in or out of its husk, or toss it in a pasta or mixed green salad. Certified organic, this corn sells for $9.75 per pound.

Seedless watermelon Made up of about 92% water and 8% sugar, this is one of the summer’s most refreshing foods. They’re available at the weekly Saturday Santa Barbara, Sunday Camino Real Marketplace, Wednesday Solvang and Thursday Carpinteria farmers’ markets from several growers. Watermelon is a good source of potassium, vitamins A and B6, as well as the antioxidant lycopene. Blend watermelon to make smoothies or specialty cocktails, add it to a fruit salad, or cube it and splash a little fresh lime juice. Price averages $7 each.

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FYI For more information about “The Harbor Show,’ visit www.sbartworks. org or www.instagram.com/ sbartworks.

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Brian MacLaren painted these images of the Santa Barbara Harbor with an interpretive style that uses watercolor with pen and ink. His works will appear in “The Harbor Show” at Santa Barbara Art Works.

Creamy honey This product from Blue Ridge Honey Co. is a pure, raw and unfiltered honey. It spreads like butter on toasted bread, with a very smooth and creamy consistency. This batch of creamy honey utilizes a lighter sage honey, which delivers a very pleasing flavor. This creamy honey can also be used as you generally would standard honey. Add it to tea, granola bowls or over warm dinner rolls and cornbread. You can find this wonderful honey at our Tuesday Santa Barbara, Thursday Carpinteria and Friday Montecito farmers’ markets. Price is $15 per jar. Sam Edelman is general manager of the Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market Association and host of “Farm to Table,” which airs live 9 a.m. Thursdays on KZSB AM 1290. Sam Edelman photos

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Artist Brian MacLaren is a watercolor instructor at Santa Barbara Art Works, a downtown art gallery and integrated arts education program for artists with disabilities.

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GOLETA — McConnell’s Ice Cream of Santa Barbara’s 41st Endurance Events will take place Aug. 21 at Goleta Beach County Park, 5986 Sandspit Road, Goleta. A 10-kilometer run will start at 8:30 a.m., followed by a 5K run at 9:45 a.m. Free kids’ runs will begin at 10:30 a.m. Entry fees cost $10 for runners 18 and younger. For runners 19 and older, the fee is $30 in advance and $35 on the day of the race. There’s a $5 deduction for SBRA members.

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To register in advance, go to www.mcrace.org. The first 250 finishers will receive a single-cone gift certificate from McConnell’s Ice Cream of Santa Barbara. Proceeds will go to Club West, a Santa Barbara nonprofit track and field running group that is organizing the Aug. 21 runs. For more information, visit www. clubwesttrack.org. — Dave Mason

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“There is a certain acceptance in painting with watercolors where you work loosely and accept what happens,” artist Brian MacLaren said.

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ith the Fourth of July just around the corner, the farmers’ markets will be well stocked with most of those signature, traditional items needed for your holiday spreads. Among them are new potatoes for a tasty potato salad; seedless watermelon for wedges, grilling or adding to a fruit salad; and tender young green beans perfect for tossing with crumbled bacon and almond slivers for a delicious salad. And, of course, there are fresh peaches, an array of berries and some early season apples to finish the day off with a pie, crisp or cobbler. One item I have yet to encounter that many will be seeking are those fresh ears of sweet corn. It’s quite possible a few cases may emerge by the weekend for those early Saturday morning farmers’ market shoppers. In the meantime, however, I’ve been really enjoying the petite ears of organic baby corn from the McGrath Family Farm. Once peeled, they are only a few inches in length and no more than a halfinch thick. They’re quite delicious eaten raw right out of the husk, as well as cooked. Eaten in its entirety, these tiny specimens deliver a nice subtle sweetness, crunchy texture and notable corn flavor throughout. Baby corn is harvested at a very early stage before fertilization, picked just after the silks are visible out of the husk. The McGrath Family Farm sells two different varieties of baby corn, each of which I found equally delicious. Baby corn is excellent when quickly grilled or sautéed, as well as added to soups and stews. I’ve added baby corn to both a chicken tortilla-type of soup, as well as a curry preparation over the past

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couple of weeks. The petite ears can also be pickled or fried for unique preparations. For this week’s recipe, I sautéed my baby corn with Chinese eggplant, Italian frying peppers and red spring onions, all of which are ingredients just coming into season. This is a very tasty seasonal veggie side dish that pairs well with most proteins, as well as over rice or pasta dishes. Sam Edelman is general manager of the Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market Association and host of “Farm to Table,” which airs live 9 a.m. Thursdays on KZSB AM 1290. SAUTÉED BABY CORN WITH CHINESE EGGPLANT AND PEPPERS 10 ears baby corn 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 Chinese or Japanese Eggplant, ends discarded, cut in half lengthwise, then sliced into bit size half-rounds 2-3 Italian peppers (or any bell pepper) seeds and stem discarded, sliced ½ medium spring onion, sliced ½ teaspoon seasoned salt (or adjust to taste preference) 1 teaspoon granulated garlic Remove the husk and silk from the baby corn and set aside. Add olive oil to a large sauté pan at medium-high heat. Sauté eggplant, peppers and onions, turning every couple of minutes. Season with some of your seasoned salt and granulated garlic. After about 4-5 minutes, add baby corn and sauté, seasoning corn with additional seasoned salt and garlic. Cook until desired texture is reached, which is usually about 3-4 minutes once the corn is added. Yield: Serves 3-4.

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FBI’s response to attacks on pregnancy clinics undergoes scrutiny By CASEY HARPER THE CENTER SQUARE SENIOR REPORTER

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(The Center Square) — Dozens of attacks on churches, pregnancy crisis centers and pro-life groups around the nation have drawn an FBI investigation and questions from lawmakers about whether the Biden administration is doing enough to stop them. U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, sent a letter to FBI Director Chris Wray this week calling for a briefing on the issue and urging Mr. Wray to ensure these “violent attacks are recognized by the FBI and are being properly investigated for what they are — cases of abortionrelated violent extremism. “There have been at least 40 violent attacks on crisis pregnancy centers, religious institutions, and

‘Ghost gun’ increase prompts New York AG’s lawsuit By STEVE BITTENBENDER THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — New York state and New York City officials on Wednesday filed separate lawsuits against businesses they claim sold parts for guns to residents who used them to create untraceable weapons. The lawsuits come less than a week after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a state law that required gun owners to demonstrate a need for them to get a license allowing them to carry their weapons in public. State Attorney General Letitia James filed suit against 10 companies in a Manhattan court Tuesday. Investigators in her office found thousands of gun frames and receivers were sent to New Yorkers. Those parts can be used to create guns that do not have serial numbers, giving them the nickname “ghost guns.” In a statement, Attorney General James said selling such parts violates local, state and federal laws. Further, the companies are not conducting background checks on purchasers, meaning that felons or others who are not allowed to purchase guns legally can acquire weapons through these distributors. The number of “ghost guns” found at crime scenes has risen dramatically in less than six years, according to Ms. James’ office. Nationally, more than 19,000 were found last year, an 11fold increase from 2016. In New York City, the number went from 44 in 2018 to 641 last year, and officials project more than 800 will be recovered there this year. That would be a five-year increase of more than 1,700%. “While families mourned

loved ones lost to senseless gun violence, gun sellers avoided accountability for the illegal and dangerous weapons they sold,” Attorney General James said. “There should be no more immunity for gun distributors bringing harm and havoc to New York.” Ms. James said she seeks to use a recently passed public nuisance law against the distributors and wants the companies to pay into a fund that would be used to address the state’s “gun violence crisis.” The companies named in the state suit are Brownells, Inc.; Blackhawk Manufacturing Group; Salvo Technologies, Inc.; G.S. Performance, LLC; Indie Guns, LLC; Primary Arms, LLC; Arm or Ally, LLC; Rainier Arms, LLC, KM Tactical LLC; and Rock Slide USA, LLC. Arm or Ally, Salvo Technologies, Rock Slide, Rainier and Indie Guns are also the targets of a federal lawsuit filed Wednesday by New York City officials. Those five companies, the city alleges, shipped gun kits to an undercover city sheriff’s investigator. City officials are also seeking an injunction against the companies that would prohibit the out-of-state companies from selling the parts to make ghost guns to New York City residents. The city also wants a judge to compel the companies to provide contact information for the New Yorkers who have received parts. “Whether they are hidden in the trunks of cars or packed in a plain brown box, ghost guns are illegal in our city, and we will take every lawful action possible to stop gun retailers from profiting at the expense of the safety of our city,” New York City Mayor Eric Adams said.

other pro-life entities since the Dobbs leak and before the Court even issued its final opinion,” Sen. Grassley wrote. “This violence continues to cause injury, damage to property and interruption of constitutionally protected worship services all across the nation. In fact, it substantially accelerated last weekend, after the opinion was issued. “Current threats from abortion extremists are impending, serious, and dangerous,” he added. Pro-life groups say they fear the attacks will escalate into worse violence. They argued the media has given little attention to the attacks, which took off after the controversial leak of an early draft of the Supreme Court opinion that overturned Roe v. Wade weeks before the official decision was released.

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health that there is no constitutional right to an abortion and that the states have the right to decide their own respective abortion policies. “I applaud Sen. Grassley for his efforts to protect pro-life pregnancy centers, churches and other institutions,” said Eric Scheidler, executive director for the Pro-Life Action League. “It is critical that the FBI thoroughly investigate the rash of attacks on pro-life groups since the Dobbs draft was leaked, which have only intensified since the official ruling came down. The media have largely ignored these attacks, which don’t fit their narrative, but if law enforcement doesn’t step up, vandalism may escalate to physical violence and even homicide.”

By KIMBERLY JAMES THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — One Connecticut firearms industry trade group has spent more on lobbying than the National Rifle Association. The National Shooting Sports Foundation, an industry trade association based in Newtown, has spent 40% more than the NRA lobbying Congress since 2019. For 2021 alone, OpenSecrets — a nonpartisan nonprofit tracking money into politics — reports an estimated $5 million spent by NSSF on lobbying; the NRA spent $4.92 million. NSSF represents more than 9,500 firearms manufacturers, retailers and shooting ranges.

Mark Oliva, managing director of public affairs for NSSF, told The Center Square that Connecticut’s legislature has a history of being hostile toward Second Amendment rights and the gun industry. Gun rights and legislation have recently been thrust into the spotlight following the spate of shootings across the nation, including in Buffalo, N.Y.; Uvalde, Texas, and Tulsa, Okla. “The laws needed to protect our communities are already on the books,” Mr. Oliva said. “While we welcome honest examination of legal remedies to prevent these tragedies, it would be dishonest to say that laws to prevent these tragedies from happening don’t exist. What didn’t exist was a will

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to act upon them.” NSSF is a proponent for access to semi-automatic weapons, even though those same types of weapons were used in mass shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School and other incidents across the nation. “Semi-automatic firearm technology has existed since the late 1800s and has been commercially available since the early 1900s,” Mr. Oliva said. “AR15-style rifles, or modern sporting rifle, have been commercially available since the early 1960s. These firearms operate no differently than the shogun I use for duck hunting or the handgun I use for self-defense.” Mr. Oliva said the industry is not “willing to subjugate

our fundamental, God-given rights to a government privilege because of the criminal actions of another.” “NSSF is encouraged by the good faith discussions that have led to an agreed-upon framework for legislation,” Mr. Oliva said. “That good faith must be put into action with the drafting of the text of this legislation. That is where the agreements will either succeed or fall apart. There still remains serious concern.” Mr. Oliva said due process rights must be protected. “That is a Constitutional right. Definitions of prohibited individuals must be clearly defined. We are cautiously optimistic about these negotiations,” Mr. Oliva said.

Hochul-Delgado vs. Zeldin-Esposito in New York gubernatorial race

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(The Center Square) — Gov. Kathy Hochul and Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado are the Democratic ticket facing U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin and Alison Esposito, the Republican challengers, in New York’s gubernatorial race Nov. 8. All won primary races independent of each other on Tuesday, and the Democrats did so in convincing and benchmark fashion. Ms. Esposito was unopposed in the Republican primary, and Rep. Zeldin emerged from the day’s closest multi-candidate battle. “To the women of New York, this one’s for you,” Gov. Hochul said to a cheering crowd at her campaign’s election night party. Ms. Hochul is the first

woman to serve as New York’s governor, and with her win Tuesday, she became the first woman to be a gubernatorial candidate from a major party in the state. New York party candidates are independent of each other in primaries. In the general election, the governor and lieutenant governor candidates form a single ticket by party. Gov. Hochul was a clear winner in the Democratic primary less than half-hour after polls closed, defeating U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi and New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams. With about a third of the state’s 12,860 election districts reporting unofficial results, Gov. Hochul was garnering 64.8% of the vote, beating Mr. Williams by more than 43 percentage points. Rep.

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Others called on the Biden administration to keep the groups safe. “More than 40 pregnancy centers and churches have been attacked in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade,” said Peter Breen, vice president and senior counsel for the Thomas More Society. “But there’s been a media blackout on this violence, and pro-abortion politicians refuse to acknowledge it. We expect the Biden administration to do just as much to protect prolife pregnancy resource centers as it would for abortion facilities.” Recent reports show hackers have targeted states passing stricter anti-abortion measures. Other attacks have included arson, broken windows and graffiti. The FBI told The Center Square

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Suozzi had 11.9%. Rep. Zeldin, a Long Island congressman, defeated Andrew Giuliani, Rob Astorino and Harry Wilson. Rep. Zeldin had the backing of most party leaders in the state, but he faced a strong challenge from Mr. Giuliani, who worked in the Trump White House and is the son of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Ninety minutes after polls closed with nearly 47% of the districts reporting, Rep. Zeldin held a 10-point lead over Giuliani, a difference of more than 17,000 votes. Lt. Gov. Delgado became a late addition to the ballot when former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin resigned from office and withdrew his candidacy after federal authorities arrested him on federal bribery charges.

Early results showed Lt. Gov. Delgado nearly matching Gov. Hochul’s performance. After a third of the vote had been tabulated, he had 59% of the vote, with Ana Maria Archila next with 23.2%. Diana Reyna held 12.4% of the vote. Ms. Hochul became governor, elevating from lieutenant governor, last August with the resignation of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. A GOP candidate has not won the governor’s race in New York in 20 years, and the state has only shifted more Democratic since. It’s about a 2-to-1 edge in registered voters. A Survey USA poll last week showed Gov. Hochul up on Rep. Zeldin by 24 points in a theoretical matchup. She had larger leads on other GOP candidates.

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